| Literature DB >> 16098847 |
Abstract
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) apheresis has been shown to reduce plasma levels of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and lipoprotein(a). In addition to these lipoprotein changes, LDL apheresis induces atherosclerosis regression, improves myocardial perfusion and endothelial function, and may reduce cardiovascular event rates.Entities:
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Year: 2005 PMID: 16098847 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2005.06.012
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Am J Cardiol ISSN: 0002-9149 Impact factor: 2.778